The Black Pages
Narrated by Naomi Ackie
- Released
- August 31, 2021
- Length
- 1 hr 27 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Amazon Original Stories
In "The Black Pages," acclaimed author Nnedi Okorafor crafts a short story where Issaka, a being reborn after four millennia, returns to his homeland of Timbouctou amidst the chaos of an al-Qaeda raid. His survival hinges on Faro, a captivating supernatural entity who emerges from the flames of her imprisoned book. Together, they embark on a journey that unveils their shared history and ancestral wisdom. This tale is part of the "Black Stars" collection, showcasing speculative fiction from Black authors.
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